What is the best way to record in a patient's report that he only slept from about 1:00 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.?
A) Patient reports difficulty sleeping.
B) Patient is sleeping poorly.
C) Patient states, "I only slept 3 ½ hours last night."
D) Patient needs help sleeping.

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This choice accurately and concisely records the patient's sleep pattern and is specific. The other choices are either too vague or imply the patient is actively seeking treatment for their sleep issue when this may not be the case.

What Is the Best Way to Record in a Patient's